Getting up close with New Zealand’s coastal wildlife has never been simpler! Now that the international borders are opening up, New Zealand is an ideal first foray from our shores if you are thinking of dipping your feet in the travel bucket again. The range of activities and experiences within a short distance is a real plus for those craving adventure but wary of straying too far from home.
Ability Adventures owner and Occupational Therapist Marina Hanger is excited to be building itineraries for international visitors again. She has a whole host of ideas and ways to break down barriers and make more things possible for clients with different types of disability – with tailored packages that include sourcing specialist equipment, catering for strict dietary needs and building experiences around individual levels of mobility.
New Zealand’s Southern coastal regions offer rare opportunities to get up close with nature, from accessible nature trails to an array of wildlife colonies, including penguins, Royal Albatross and sea lions, as well as popular Eco tourism cruises for dolphin and whale watching, and with more options than ever before. Whether it’s a world heritage site like the spectacular scenery of Queenstown and Milford Sound or a visit to scene from the Lord of the Rings, there are tailorable excursions and immersive activities available to match your travel needs.
Ability Adventures can also work with clients who come within the Australian national disability insurance scheme (NDIS). As a fully qualified occupational therapist, Marina can itemise tour costs to enable individuals to claim costs for aspects of your holiday that specifically relate to your disability.
With direct flights into Christchurch and Queenstown coming back on stream, there’s really no need to wait any longer to get dust off your passport and start planning your first – or next – New Zealand experience.